With Super Bowl LX now days away, we’re going through the Patriots’ Super Bowl LX roster and giving one thought on every player.

Here’s the Patriots’ 53-man roster (plus two more):

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No. 0 CB Christian Gonzalez: Forget about the 52-yard reception Gonzalez allowed to Marvin Mims Jr. in the AFC Championship Game, the Pro Bowl cornerback is playing his best football of the season right now, and the Patriots will need it against Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

No. 2 OLB Harold Landry: Questionable. That was Landry’s tag in Friday’s projected game status and injury report. He hasn’t played or practiced since the divisional round, when he played just 11 snaps against the Texans.

No. 3 WR DeMario Douglas: It’s been a quiet postseason for Douglas, but he’s a potential big-play threat whenever he sees the field on offense.

No. 7 CB Carlton Davis: Davis’ play has also reached another level this postseason, when he’s allowed just 20.3 yards per game.

No. 8 WR Stefon Diggs: Diggs has maintained his positive attitude and leadership for the entire season, even as his production fluctuates per week.

No. 9 WR Kayshon Boutte: It was a breakout year for Boutte, who had a monster start to the postseason but was blanketed by Broncos All-Pro cornerback Patrick Surtain II in the AFC Championship Game.

No. 10 QB Drake Maye: Maye learns if he wins the NFL MVP award this week. If we had to guess, he’d rather come away with Super Bowl LX MVP. Maye’s dealing with an illness and a right shoulder injury, but he needs to rediscover his MVP-level of play to beat the Seahawks.

No. 11 QB Joshua Dobbs: The best news this season is that Dobbs has barely played. He’s been a veteran presence for Maye in the locker room.

No. 13 WR Mack Hollins: There’s a reason why Hollins has stuck around the NFL for so long. He made two of the Patriots’ biggest offensive plays last week in the AFC title game.

New England Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins catches a pass ahead of Denver Broncos linebacker Dre Greenlaw during the second the half of the AFC Championship Game, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/John Locher)

No. 14 LB Robert Spillane: Spillane injured his ankle last week, tested it out on the sideline but never returned. The Patriots’ run defense is at its best when he’s on the field.

No. 15 LB/S Marte Mapu: The 2023 third-round pick wears a lot of hats for the Patriots, but his role as personal punt protector is among the most important.

No. 16 QB Tommy DeVito: DeVito got cut by the Giants in August and finds himself on a Super Bowl roster. What a ride for Tommy Cutlets.

No. 17 P Bryce Baringer: The Patriots punter had a tough showing in inclement weather last week in Denver, though he told reporters after the game that the team’s intention was to play keepaway from Mims.

No. 18 WR Kyle Williams: Another potential big-play threat in the Patriots’ receiving corps, Williams and Maye haven’t always seemed to be on the same page this season.

No. 19 CB Kobee Minor: Likely to be one of the Patriots’ inactives, barring something unforeseen, Minor was Mr. Irrelevant as the final pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

No. 21 S Jaylinn Hawkins: Hawkins was projected as the Patriots’ third safety, at best, this spring. He’s enjoyed a breakout year just in time to hit free agency for the third straight year.

No. 22 CB Charles Woods: Claimed off waivers from the Rams, Woods is Gonzalez and Davis’ top backup.

No. 24 S Dell Pettus: Good things seem to happen when Pettus is on the field on defense. The 2024 undrafted free agent is undersized but plays hard and leads by example.

No. 25 CB Marcus Jones: Jones was an all-around playmaker for the Patriots as a punt returner and slot cornerback. Jones intercepted and broke up passes, sacked quarterbacks, made tackles in the backfield, recovered fumbles and returned two punts for touchdowns this season for the Patriots.

No. 28 CB Alex Austin: The third-year pro began the season as a starter, filling in for Gonzalez. He was activated off injured reserve last month and regained his role on special teams.

No. 31 S Craig Woodson: A surprise rookie starter as a 2025 fourth-round pick, Woodson recently earned praise from Patriots legend Devin McCourty, who said the Cal product plays like a veteran.

No. 32 RB TreVeyon Henderson: The rookie running back played just four snaps in the Patriots’ AFC Championship Game win over the Broncos. He’s still a touchdown threat every time he touches the ball, but struggles in pass protection limit his playing time.

No. 33 OLB Anfernee Jennings: With Landry out or limited for the final quarter of the season, Jennings, who was once viewed as a trade or cut candidate, has stepped up in a major way as one of two of the Patriots’ longest-tenured players.

No. 34 RB D’Ernest Johnson: The veteran running back is actually on the practice squad, not the 53-man roster, but expect him to be elevated for depth once again on Sunday behind Henderson and Rhamondre Stevenson.

No. 36 K Andy Borregales: The rookie kicker was surprisingly dependable this season, though he did miss two field goals in the snow last week against the Broncos.

No. 37 FB Jack Westover: Westover made the switch from tight end to fullback this summer. He’s received praise from Patriots running backs for his ability to lead the way as a blocker.

No. 38 RB Rhamondre Stevenson: Stevenson is another one of the longest-tenured players on the Patriots. He had personal struggles this offseason, and last year’s fumbling issues followed him into September. He’s been one of the Patriots’ best players for the past eight games, however.

No. 41 S Brenden Schooler: Schooler didn’t earn any postseason award for his special-teams play this season, but he was a force to be reckoned with in the kicking game against the Broncos.

No. 43 OLB Bradyn Swinson: A rookie fifth-round pick, Swinson has been active in place of Landry but has only played 27 defensive snaps this season.

No. 44 OLB K’Lavon Chaisson: What a find. Chaisson signed a one-year, $3 million contract this offseason and emerged as the Patriots’ top edge rusher.

New England Patriots linebacker K’Lavon Chaisson celebrates sacking Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud during the third quarter of the divisional-round game at Gillette Stadium. (Nancy Lane/Boston Herald)

No. 47 LS Julian Ashby: The best thing you can say about a long snapper is that you don’t notice him. That’s been the case with Ashby.

No. 48 LB Jahlani Tavai: Another player viewed as a potential trade/cut candidate due to his questionable fit in Mike Vrabel’s defense, Tavai has shown versatility as a linebacker who can play outside on the line of scrimmage or inside off the ball.

No. 49 LB Chad Muma: Muma joined the team in December when he was signed off the Colts practice squad. He immediately found a role on special teams.

No. 51 LB Jack Gibbens: Gibbens has filled in admirably while Spillane has dealt with injuries, taking over the “green dot” communication role on defense.

No. 52 OT Marcus Bryant: The rookie tackle lost his spot on the gameday roster late in the season. He’s a developmental prospect who showed promise this summer.

No. 53 LB Christian Elliss: Elliss has been a starter for most of the season. He said he found comfort in the Patriots defense after he stopped seeking perfection and began playing more free. It’s benefited him, especially in the passing game.

No. 58 LG Jared Wilson: One of two rookie starters on the left side of the Patriots offensive line, Wilson’s best position is probably still at center, but he’s held up at guard this year.

No. 59 OT Vederian Lowe: The Patriots needed Lowe to start in place of rookie left tackle Will Campbell for four games this season. He responded by playing his best football in a Patriots uniform in three years.

No. 65 C Garrett Bradbury: Cut by the Vikings in March, Bradbury has exceeded all expectations as David Andrews’ replacement at center and as a team leader on the offensive line.

No. 66 LT Will Campbell: Campbell had a tough stretch after returning from a knee injury against the Chargers and Texans in the first two rounds of the playoffs. He bounced back in a big way last week against the Broncos.

No. 70 G Caedan Wallace: Moved from tackle to guard this summer, Wallace, a 2024 third-round pick, appeared in just four games this season.

No. 71 RG Mike Onwenu: Perhaps the Patriots’ most underrated player. Onwenu has been rock solid at right guard this season. Like Jennings, he’s been on the Patriots since 2020.

No. 74 OT Thayer Munford Jr.: The veteran offensive tackle, who was signed off the Browns practice squad in November, has found a role as the Patriots’ jumbo tight end.

No. 76 OT Morgan Moses: The only knock on Moses, 34, coming into the season was his ability to stay healthy all year. The veteran right tackle is set to start his 21st game of the season on Sunday.

No. 77 G/C Ben Brown: Brown was rewarded with a contract extension in December. The Patriots didn’t skip a beat any time he had to step in for Wilson at left guard this season.

No. 81 TE Austin Hooper: He’s not heavily targeted, but Hooper is the ideal backup for Hunter Henry as a veteran tight end with a similar skillset. He’s as dependable as they come as a pass catcher.

No. 82 TE CJ Dippre: The undrafted rookie spent most of the season on the practice squad and has appeared in just two games this season. He’s likely looking at being inactive in the Super Bowl.

No. 85 TE Hunter Henry: Henry has been on the Patriots since 2021, and he’s had a change at offensive coordinator every year, going from Josh McDaniels to Matt Patricia to Bill O’Brien to Alex Van Pelt and back to McDaniels. He’s averaged nearly 600 yards per season with the Patriots and set a career high in yards this year.

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (85) runs the ball during the first quarter of a NFL game against the New York Giants at Gillette Stadium. (Photo By Matt Stone/Boston Herald).

No. 86 WR Efton Chism: An undrafted free agent out of Eastern Washington, Chism will likely be back on the inactive list this week with Hollins healthy. He made some plays in Hollins’ absence.

No. 90 DT Christian Barmore: Healthy now after dealing with blood clots last season, Barmore is one of the best interior pass rushers in the NFL.

No. 91 Elijah Ponder: Another undrafted rookie, Ponder is a favorite of Patriots outside linebackers coach Mike Smith. Ponder’s role has increased throughout the season, and he made an impact with a QB hit and two hurries against the Broncos.

No. 93 DT Leonard Taylor III: Taylor is also on the practice squad, but he’s been elevated for all three postseason games and six of the Patriots’ last seven contests. “Lenny T” has been disruptive on defense and made a key field goal block in the AFC title game.

No. 94 DT Cory Durden: A great story. Durden originally signed to the Patriots practice squad in August but was quickly promoted to the 53-man roster. He’s a disruptive early-down pass rusher who has been praised for his technique on run defense, as well.

No. 95 DT Khyiris Tonga: Another savvy free-agent signing, Tonga is an early-down run stuffer who moonlights as a short-yardage fullback.

No. 97 DT Milton Williams: One of the Patriots’ absolute best players, Williams has been everything they expected and more when signing him to a four-year, $104 million contract in free agency. He brings the right attitude and comes up clutch when it matters. He’s quickly emerged as a franchise cornerstone and fan favorite in Year 1.